Origin
Flagg, IL
Late night in Flagg on Sunday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flagg, IL to York, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 27m
Distance
262.8 mi
423 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 14m
★
6 AM
5h 27m
8 AM
5h 54m
10 AM
5h 37m
12 PM
5h 34m
3 PM
5h 38m
5 PM
5h 53m
8 PM
5h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flagg, IL
Josh Withers
York, IL
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Trip Overview
Flagg, IL to York, IL is 262.8 miles and takes about 5h 27m via I 39 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Midwest, connecting two points within Illinois. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on major interstates, making it a practical choice for a single-day drive. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, so expect smooth sailing for the majority of the 262.8 miles. Plan for about $40 in fuel costs to cover this trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
131.4 miles from Flagg, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 39 | 96.4 mi | 1h 43m |
| I 74 | 80.9 mi | 1h 27m |
| South Main Street | 30.4 mi | 45m |
| Georgetown Road | 29.6 mi | 44m |
| US 51 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 4 mi | 7m |
| East 150th Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| North State Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 39
— 96.4 mi, about 1h 43m
Traffic on I-39
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 2 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~749 veh/hr typical · worst 941
Quietest
1 AM
~65 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 50 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flagg, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on East Titus Road
62 ft
·
4 sec
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East Titus Road
2
Turn right onto South Grange Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Grange Road
3
Turn right onto IL 38
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
4
Turn left onto IL 38
399 ft
·
10 sec
·
8th Street
5
Turn right onto IL 38
265 ft
·
4 sec
·
4th Avenue
6
Turn right onto IL 251
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 251
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
8
Merge onto I 88; IL 110
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 78A
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington, Normal
10
Merge onto I 39; US 51
96 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
I 39; US 51
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 51
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
US 51
Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51
81 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
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I 74; US 51
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
15
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
16
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
17
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
18
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
1575 E US 36
19
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
20
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
IL Route 1
21
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft
·
8 sec
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West Elliot Street
22
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Avenue
23
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Vandalia Way
24
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi
·
45 min
·
South Main Street
25
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
26
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
27
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
28
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 27m duration, starting in the morning is your best bet to complete this 262.8-mile drive without feeling rushed. You'll have one stop recommended, and the longest stretch without a major exit is 96.4 miles on I 39, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. With a fuel cost estimated around $40, it's an economical single-day trip. Keep an eye on the transition from I 74 to South Main Street as you near York, IL, as this marks the end of the primary highway portion.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 131.4 miles from Flagg, IL, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 58 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.4 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Flagg, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Flagg, IL
This is one driving day of about 262.8 miles and 5h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Flagg, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 39 for about 96.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
131 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 131.4 miles from Flagg, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 39 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 194.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
IL 38 / 4th Avenue
Turn right onto IL 38 / 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
8.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington, Normal
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 78A
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington, No...
6
105.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
|
US 51
Keep slight right at fork onto US 51 toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champai...
8
113.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
|
I 74; US 51
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51 toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business N...
7
194.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.09 one way
$80.19 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $44.16 | $88.32 |
| premium | $4.81 | $49.73 | $99.45 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $55.90 | $111.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.10
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(1.6 mi)
$0.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.8 | 0 | $27.59 | $12.61 |
| Efficient EV | 65.7 | 0 | $23.00 | $10.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.1 | 1 | $36.79 | $16.82 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
York, IL
Late night in York on Sunday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
NNE 8 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:36PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:36PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 72% of the 262.8 miles on interstates. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 96.4 miles on I 39 before transitioning. The route begins on interstates and transitions to surface roads, specifically South Main Street, as you approach your destination. Expect a fairly continuous highway experience for the bulk of the trip.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 96.4 mi on I 39.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 39 and I 74. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near IL 38 / 4th Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 262.8 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (IL 38 / 4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.9 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Flagg, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Champaign, Saint Louis and Decatur.
Champaign
105.9 mi in
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~2h 1m
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via US 51
Saint Louis
105.9 mi in
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~2h 1m
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via US 51
Decatur
105.9 mi in
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~2h 1m
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via US 51
About the Cities
Arriving in York, IL
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 27m. Total distance: 262.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 96.4 miles on I 39. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.10 in tolls one way, starting with Reagan Memorial Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at York, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (IL 38 / 4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.9 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at York, IL before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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